Some Lagos-based lawyers have warned hospitals and healthcare providers against demanding upfront payments before treating patients in medical emergencies. They told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that such actions violate the National Health Act of 2014 and attract legal sanctions. The lawyers cited section 20(1) of the Act, which prohibits healthcare providers from refusing emergency medical treatment for any reason, including a patient's inability to pay a deposit. They also called for effective healthcare financing and reimbursement mechanisms to protect hospitals from financial losses while ensuring timely medical attention for patients.
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